Our Providers

 “ I practice a holistic approach and feel that a mind and body connection is the first place to start in your wellness journey. By applying traditional cognitive and dialectical behavior therapy approaches we can address more challenging acute issues that are not allowing you to live a meaningful life.”

Veronica  holds a Master’s Degree from Chapman University in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy and has worked in the social service field since 2004. 

After graduating in 2007 Veronica worked as a clinician in several county mental health clinics facilitating partial day treatment groups, dual diagnosis programs, and acted as a crisis clinician. 

She continues to work as an outpatient primary therapist at Sharp Mesa Vista since 2011 and an individual and group supervisor for pre-licensed clinicians.  

In 2017, she received the Jim and Sally Haugh Spirit of Caring Award for excellence in clinical care. 

Veronica specializes in treating children, adults and seniors, couples, and families. She offers individual psychotherapy, couples therapy and family therapy. 

She treats depression, anxiety, and mood disorders and has a special focus with grief/loss, life transitions, trauma/PTSD, personality disorders, and substance abuse. 

Veronica is a native San Diegan. When she is not working she is practicing yoga, weightlifting, and spending time with her husband and playing with her very active (i.e. non stop) two boys and her very patient and understanding dog Ryder. 

Jewell is a Psychotherapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience in mental health.  As a second generation Filipina-American, she provides psychotherapy and psychoeducation to families incorporating multiple perspectives on racial and and cultural diversity.    

Jewell conveys a nurturing presence and believes the key element to successful therapy is the quality of relationship between client and therapist. She firmly believes the seeds of trust, mutual respect, and unconditional positive regard are the foundation of effective and satisfying therapy. 

She is passionate about her work with older adults whereupon she ensures clients have self determination, compassion and respect.  

In her work within the perinatal community and the Bridges Maternal Child Health Network, she is dedicated to identifying mothers and families in need of emotional support and community resources.   

 She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of California at Santa Cruz and her Master of Social Work from San Diego State University. 

Her areas of specialty include Perinatal Loss,  Infertility,  Anxiety,  Depression, Grief and Loss, Trauma, PTSD, Career Transitions, Postpartum Depression, Aging, Cancer, End of Life. 

Jewell offers individual psychotherapy services to youth and adults, couples therapy and family therapy.  

Jewell is also a field Instructor for MSW Interns with Cal State University, Long Beach.   

Craig is a graduate of Pacifica Graduate Institute in Carpinteria. 

Craig works closely with clinical depression, bipolarism, psychotic behaviors and disorders, substance abuse, physical and verbal aggression, and personality disorders.   

His knowledge and experience with crisis stabilization and depth psychotherapy helps to manage mental health care at all levels of attunement. 

His therapeutic approach is client-centered, and he is proficient at working with men’s issues and family and marriage counseling.

Psychology and the exploration of psychology through mythology, metaphor, and imagery have always been a part of Craig's life. At an early age, he enjoyed reading fairy tales to find meaning in life through archetypal patterns and personifications that exist within the psyche. Later, Craig discovered how mythology examines these archetypal patterns in a very deeply rooted and more meaningful way.

After attending a depth-oriented graduate program at the Pacifica Graduate Institute, Craig became oriented to Jungian psychotherapy and the different components of the psyche; The persona, the nature of the complex, archetypes, anima/animus, active imagination, dream analysis, and the individuation process are all components that I enjoy working on with clients.

What should someone know about working with Craig?

Depth-oriented psychotherapy understands that we as human beings are made up of both a conscious and an unconscious component; it is the unconscious component of the self that can help with one’s understanding and meaning in life. 

Using evidence-based modalities, Craig works together with his clients to explore how the unconscious self speaks to us in ways that balance the psyche so that individuals feel more wholesome and functional in an anxious world.

Craig helps his clients explore metaphor and symbolism in dreams and work with projective imagery to find a better balance that is unique to the individuation process. 

Progress can be measured through a healthier sense of self, a newfound sense of meaning, and a purpose in life that is tailored to the client’s deep inner needs.

Craig enjoys working with clients who are willing to explore their psyche and have a curiosity about life and its deeper meanings.

Craig offers individual psychotherapy to better navigate the difficulties that the world presents to us. 

James graduated with M.S. in Social Work from University of Iowa 40 years ago. Since then, mental health practice and working with people has been his sole focus. 

James became interested in psychology due to his insatiable curiosity about what makes people who they are. 

James has worked in university psychiatric inpatient hospitals, private and public mental health hospitals, and outpatient clinics and engaged in consultation with nursing homes and personnel in private businesses.

He has advanced certification in rational emotive behavioral therapy (REBT) from the Albert Ellis Institute in NY, certification in the treatment of personality disorders, and a certification in mediation. 

What should someone know about working with James?

James initiates therapy by conducting a thorough search and evaluation of all aspects of an individual's life. He collaborates with his client to determine the nature of the problem and comes up with a treatment plan that will address the presenting issues and how it can be resolved with tangible goals and objectives. 

James will also discuss a safety plan that addresses any safety or security issues present. 

Homework is essential for therapeutic progress and will be assigned as needed and appropriate. 

Besides REBT, James uses cognitive behavioral approach and other best practices to help mitigate emotional and behavioral stress. He incorporates the latest methods and discoveries from the frontiers of brain science, quantum mechanics as well as acknowledges the importance of faith and spirituality as integral part of psychotherapy.   

James offers individual psychotherapy for adults as well as couples therapy . 

Logan specializes in treating depression and anxiety, adjustment, grief and loss, life transitions, and families struggling with cognitive impairment.

Logan envisioned himself as a clinician from an early age. He became interested in psychotherapy after experiencing the positive impact of therapy firsthand when he was a child.

Logan  has worked in both outpatient community clinics and in private practice setting with clients of all ages and challenges.

What should someone know about working with Logan?

In your first meeting, Logan will go over why you are seeking therapy and what are your goals for treatment.  Logan believes that a genuine relationship based on trust and safety is vital for your success and that  with that foundation and the right therapeutic approach based upon your specific needs anything is possible.

Logan utilizes many different psychotherapy  orientations to meet the needs of the individual. These include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy (SFBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Family Systems Theory.

Logan offers individual psychotherapy to adults as well as couples therapy. 

Robin specializes in a love-from-the-inside-out objective. She will help you find healing and clarity in your depression, anxiety, relationship issues, feelings of disconnection, low self-esteem, personal growth, past trauma, life transitions, and stress that make up our lives. 

Robin recognizes that we all go through periods of struggle, and that sometimes we need a guide to help reflect the light that’s inside us, shine through the murky darkness that clouds us.

She feels that by having the courage to be vulnerable allows for remarkable healing on an individual and relational level.

Robin feels her years of education and experience allow her to assist clients in an intuitive way. Her genuine warmth and empathy naturally allow people to feel comfortable sharing their feelings in a safe and non-judgmental space. 

As a client’s guide, she works to uncover what is at the root of their struggles by using a holistic, multi-modality approach that uses the client’s strengths to create a customized plan.

Robin works with adults, individuals/couples, and adolescents 14 and up. 

She is also LGBTQIA+/alternate lifestyle affirming.

Robin is originally from the Northwest and came to San Diego in search of sun in 2005. Robin sought to be a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist after being on her own healing journey of self-discovery since her early twenties. 

In addition, she is trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, yoga, meditation, and mindfulness. 

Having a creative mind and an exploratory spirit shapes how she works with clients. 

She is passionate about assisting people through their own journey to heal and live a more joyous and authentic life.

“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to  to blossom”. ~ Anais Nin